Lac La Biche Explorers
Lac La Biche Explorers is a free, monthly, museum-based program that invites children, families, and curious learners of all ages to explore local history in fun and engaging ways. Each session features a new theme connected to historical heritage, culture, or traditional crafts. A free healthy snack is provided. Registration is requested.
- January 24 – Tracks and Scat. Animals have invaded the museum! Join our guided discovery session and identify them like a true tracker.
- February 21 – Window Decorating Craft Fun. Discover stained glass traditions with a painted window-look-alike project. ( 11 AM-4PM )
- March 14 – All Things Yarn Workshop. View vintage crochet lace and enjoy a fun yarn-based craft session.
- April 18 – All Things Yarn: Crafting Workshop – Try simple yarn crafts inspired by traditional techniques.
- May 16 – Birding 101 Walk – Learn how to spot and identify local birds.
- June 27 – Sew Your Pride – Make a rainbow pin using basic sewing skills.
- July 11 – Cyanotypes – Sun printing art workshop.
- August 15 – Handmade Ice Cream Workshop – Make ice cream using traditional methods.
Location: Lac La Biche Museum
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Dates: Saturday, monthly
Time: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
How Things Were Program
How Things Were is a free, monthly, drop-in program held at the Stuart MacPherson Public Library that focuses on the practical side of the past. Through guided, hands-on sessions, participants explore the tools, skills, and customs that shaped everyday life in earlier times. A free healthy snack is provided.
- January 16 – How They Mended – Bring your sewing pile and learn basic mending skills in this practical, hands-on workshop.
- February 6 – How They Valentined – Drop in to create old-fashioned Valentine’s Day cards and learn about historical traditions of love and friendship.
- March 6 – How They Baked – Discover historic baking techniques and churn your own butter in this hands-on heritage food class.
- April 10 – How They Animated – Try simple early animation activities.
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May 8 – How They Played – Play games from the past.
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June 5 – How They Danced – Learn simple dances from earlier times.
Location: Stuart MacPherson Public Library
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Dates: Fridays, monthly
Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM